Canada’s Oldham wins slopestyle bronze
Canadian freestyle skier Megan Oldham won a bronze medal in the women's slopestyle event at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Megan Oldham, a freestyle skier from Parry Sound, Ontario, achieved a remarkable feat at the Milan Cortina Olympics by winning a bronze medal in the women's slopestyle competition. She entered the final run ranked third and solidified her position with a best score of 76.46 during her third attempt, allowing her to secure her first Olympic medal. Oldham's performance showcased not only her skill but also her resilience, as she crashed on her final jump during the second round but rebounded strongly to clinch the podium finish.
In the competition, Mathilde Gremaud of Switzerland successfully defended her Olympic title, delivering an outstanding second-round score of 86.96. Chinese athlete Eileen Gu, who led after the first round with a score of 86.58, ultimately settled for the silver medal, unable to improve her score in subsequent runs. Oldham's achievement adds to Canada's medal tally in the Games, marking significant recognition in the field of freestyle skiing and highlighting the growing competitive presence of Canadian athletes on the international stage.
Another notable participant, Naomi Urness from Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, finished seventh in her Olympic debut. Oldham's bronze medal is a memorable milestone that reflects the dedication and talent of Canadian athletes in winter sports, bringing pride to her home country and inspiring future generations of skiers.